WHAT IF???

Chapter 40: Untying Vows

Mon's thoughts drifted back to the events that had unfolded in the past days, the weight of their significance heavy on her mind. Lost in her thoughts, she stood by the window, gazing out into the world beyond as the gentle breeze whispered through the room.

Her reverie was interrupted by her mother's voice drifting up from the foot of the stairs, calling her to join them for a movie. With a sigh, Mon tore her gaze away from the window, her mind still consumed by the turmoil of her emotions.

"I'll be right there, Mom," she called back, her voice tinged with a hint of weariness. Pushing aside her thoughts for the moment, Mon made her way downstairs, ready to find solace in the company of her family, if only for a brief respite from the storm raging within her.

As Mon settled onto the sofa beside her mother, her father prepared to start the movie, the comforting glow of the television casting a warm light in the room. But just as he was about to press play, Mon's sharp intake of breath halted him in his tracks.

"Dad, wait!" she exclaimed, her voice urgent as she spotted Sam's face on the screen, her heart skipping a beat at the unexpected sight.

Her father turned to her, concern etched on his face as he paused the setup. "What is it, Mon?" he asked, his brows furrowed with worry.

Mon's eyes remained fixed on the television screen, her heart pounding in her chest as she processed the news unfolding before her. "It's Sam," she whispered, her voice barely above a whisper. "She's on the news."

"In today's headlines, Diversity CEO, Samanun Anuntrakul, has captured attention once again with her surprising announcement of an annulment case against her husband. The CEO, more commonly known as Sam, has been thrust into the spotlight after reports surfaced revealing the circumstances surrounding her marriage to Kirk three years ago.

Sources suggest that Sam was coerced into the marriage as a strategic move to regain majority control of the company, following a tumultuous period of corporate upheaval. However, what's drawn particular interest is the revelation that Sam had a longtime girlfriend dating back to her middle school days.

The announcement has sparked widespread speculation and debate, with many questioning the true motives behind Sam's marriage and the impact it may have on her personal and professional life. As the story continues to unfold, all eyes remain fixed on Diversity's enigmatic CEO, awaiting further developments in this captivating saga."

As Mon's mother watched the news report with concern etched on her face, her thoughts turned to her daughter and the recent events unfolding before them. A nagging worry gnawed at her heart as she considered the implications of the news on Mon's life.

Turning to Mon with a gentle yet probing gaze, she broached the delicate topic that had been weighing on her mind. "Mon, dear," she began tentatively, her voice filled with maternal concern, "is this why you and Sam have been spending so much time together lately?"

Her words hung in the air, laden with unspoken questions and fears, as she awaited Mon's response, hoping for reassurance yet bracing herself for whatever truth lay ahead.

Caught off guard by her mother's direct inquiry, Mon felt the weight of honesty pressing down on her. Taking a deep breath, she summoned the courage to speak her truth.

"Yes, Mom, Dad," she began, her voice steady yet tinged with vulnerability, "Sam and I have rekindled our relationship."

Her mother's expression softened, a mixture of concern and understanding flickering in her eyes as she absorbed the revelation. "Mon, darling," she said gently, reaching out to take her daughter's hand, "we saw the news, and we can't help but worry about what this might mean for you and Sam."